The Google Pixel 9 series includes some of the newest and best smartphones out there, so you might be wondering what its compatibility is with some of the best smartwatches or Samsung's new smart ring. We're happy to reassure you that you don't need a Samsung phone in order to use their wearables. Even though they are made by different companies, you can indeed use a Samsung watch or Galaxy Ring with a Google Pixel phone just fine.

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How the Samsung Galaxy Watch and Ring work with Google Pixel

Even though Google has its own specific Pixel Watch lineup, the Samsung Galaxy Watch and Ring also work with the Pixel phone. The newest Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 can connect to any Android phone which is running Android 8 or higher, and which has more than 1.5GB of RAM. The Pixel 9 is running Android 15, and most older Pixel phones are running up to Android 8, so you shouldn't have issues regardless. Just note that the older Samsung watches like the Gear, Gear 2, Gear 3, and Gear Fit won't work properly with your Pixel.

For the Galaxy Ring, it's compatible with any smartphone running Android 11 or higher, so you won't have trouble using it with any relatively recent Pixel phone.

You can connect your Google Pixel to your Samsung Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring via the Galaxy Wearable app, which you can download from the Google Play Store. Once the app is downloaded to your device, follow the steps in the Galaxy Wearable app to set up your device of choice.

Just keep in mind that not all features of your Galaxy Watch may be available with a Google Pixel phone. For example, Samsung mentions in support documentation that secure features such as Samsung Pay are only available with Samsung Phones. If you're interested in the Galaxy Watch's ECG and blood pressure features, they won't work out of the box with a Pixel either, but there is a workaround for older Galaxy Watches.

Similar notes can be made regarding the Galaxy Ring. Features like Energy Score, Galaxy AI, Find My Ring, and gesture controls will be locked to Samsung phones, but core Ring functionality is accessible on other Android phones.

So, to recap, the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Ring will work best with a Samsung phone, but they will also work just fine with the Pixel.

  • Samsung Galaxy Watch 7
    Battery Life
    300mAh, 425mAh
    Operating System
    Wear OS 5 powered by Samsung
    Water Rating
    5ATM + IP68 / MIL-STD-810H
    Case size
    40mm, 44mm
    Colors
    Green, Silver, Cream
    Display
    1.3-inch (33.3 mm) 432x432 Super AMOLED, Full Color Always On Display, 1.5-inch (37.3 mm) 480x480 Super AMOLED, Full Color Always On Display

    The latest generation of Samsung Galaxy Watch improves performance while keeping the overall package the same as its predecessor. With more to offer, the Galaxy Watch 7 is your new best friend without costing a small fortune.

  • Google Pixel Watch 3

    The Google Pixel Watch 3 is the latest and greatest smartwatch from Google, featuring a Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1, 2GB of RAM, Wear OS 5, and a long battery life. It comes in two sizes, 41mm and 45mm, and features smaller bezels than ever before.

Of course, Google does make watches

That being said, if you have a Pixel phone, we do suggest considering the Pixel Watch 3, especially if you want a non-restrictive experience. Google's Pixel Watch 3 has almost all the same features as the Galaxy Watch, including sleep tracking, workouts, multiple heart rate sensors, and more.

  • Google Pixel 9
    SoC
    Google Tensor G4
    Display
    6.3-inch Actua display, OLED, 2424x1080, 120Hz, up to 1800 nits (HDR) and 2700 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
    RAM
    12GB
    Storage
    128GB or 256GB
    Battery
    4,700mAh
    Ports
    USB-C

    Powered by the Google Tensor G4 chipset, the Pixel 9 boats some notable upgrades including a brighter display, a new camera system, and a revamped design.

  • Google Pixel 9 Pro
    SoC
    Google Tensor G4
    Display
    6.3-inch Super Actua display, OLED, 2856x1280, 1-120Hz, up to 2000 nits (HDR) and 3000 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
    RAM
    16GB
    Storage
    Up to 1TB
    Battery
    4,700mAh
    Ports
    USB-C 3.2

    The Pixel 9 Pro now comes in a smaller size, offering a top-tier experience that's more pocketable than ever. It has a Google Tensor G4 chip, all-new cameras with 8K video recording, and a new look.

  • Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
    SoC
    Google Tensor G4
    Display
    6.8-inch Super Actua display, OLED, 2992x1344, 1-120Hz, up to 2000 nits (HDR) and 3000 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
    RAM
    16GB
    Storage
    Up to 1TB
    Battery
    5,060mAh
    Ports
    USB-C 3.2

    The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is the true successor to the Pixel 8 Pro, now with a taller screen, an all-new Google Tensor G4 chip, and fully upgraded cameras for even better photos and video.